SG has been my go to board shop for a few decades. Toru and the staff have always treated me like…read morefamily with kindness and respect. Their selection of boards can be magical! From the newest creations of shapers to their used board rack (where I have found some of my absolute favorite boards over the years) to the pieces of history and craftsmanship on the wood-board rack when you walk in - there is something for just about everyone! Plus, the place has a delightful feel to it. It's not trying to look like or be a corporate business. It feels like a friend made a place to share what he loves with me / you. It's always a pleasure to bring friends there and watch their eyes light up as they look around. Go! It's worth it to make some new friends who you'll possibly see in the water at a break nearby!

Nice assortment of equipment- quantity and quality of new and used gear as well as very helpful…read morestaff.

The BEST surfing teacher on the planet! Roy, thank you..all of us surfed the waves, and this is…read moreafter a tsunami scare and two tropical storms out in the Pacific! Thanks for your encouragement and patience. See you out there next time !

Roy gave our family a surf lesson, in the beginning our kids were afraid and reluctant. But Roy was…read moreso kind, patient and shared his passion that we all came away wanting to surf again. Roy is a remarkable Surf Instructor. We got to experience a true Waterman. "A person who possesses a deep understanding of the ocean environment."

I have been getting my boards shaped by Minami surfboards since the late 80's and still getting…read moreboards today. The knowledge and craftsmanship that comes with each board you will feel on your first session. The attention to detail in the shape and airbrush comes from the personalized approach of ordering your board. Riding custom boards that fit your needs gives you the performance you want and is the difference between just buying mass production boards off the shelf. Minami surfboards is rooted in history of world champions and well know pros and upcoming young guns. I will always reach out to Glenn for my boards.

Uncle Glenn makes the best surfboards! He's been making me surfboards since I was 10, almost 4…read moreyears. His boards are really responsive and fast. When I order a board, he really takes the time to get the dimensions right, because I'm always growing. The whole team is really nice. Stoked on Minami boards!

Paid 190 for a bunch of rail dings and a nasty tail ding. The time to repair and pick up wasn't bad…read moreat all, and I think the price was appropriate. However, the quality of the work on my board was very disappointing... I appreciate that they paint-match their repairs but the blue overspray was very obviously on my yellow deck. Cosmetically, this was the only issue but what really bothered me was the structural issues. After the first couple of times taking the board out, cracks started to show up in the areas that were repaired. I wouldn't think much of it if this was an issue with the board being old but only where the dings on the rails were, identifiable by the new paint, the board was brittle and crumbling :( Because of this, I took it upon myself to learn how to do my own repairs. I'm not saying to not support these guys, but definitely get familiar with the repair process and make sure you're getting quality work. I probably won't end up dropping my board off at ANY repair shop anymore but for what's it worth, service was good and the repair was quick.

Brought a board here a few years ago that no one wanted to fix. They fixed it for a good price and…read moreI still have the board. Recently damaged a longboard and brought it here, the guys did a great job and really good price. Also comes with warranty for 30 days. They also have a punch card. The guys here are really friendly and efficient.

I would give 10 stars if I could. My son is fairly new to surfing and was looking to buy another…read moreboard. Keone was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Customer service was exemplary! I'm from California and was so impressed by the genuine kindness offered to my son and me. I highly recommend Downing Hawaii.

They're so friendly, helpful, and service-oriented. They even pick up the phone and sound HAPPY to…read morehear from you! So rare to find nowadays. Best thing is that they know their surf stuff and they are local family-owned. Shop local!! Support small business owners! They are not just cogs in a wheel. Don't shop on Amazon when there's places like this for all your surf needs. The store has have everything you need and more.

Crafting custom shapes here on the Islands for nearly a quarter of a century and has shaped for…read moremany well known shapers in the past, Todd continues to work with some of the best known surfers both domestically and internationally. Todd got his start at Spectrum on the east-coast of Florida and has been making boards ever since. His "One Man, all by Hand" motto is a testament to his skill and labor of love to produce exquisite surfboards of all shapes and sizes. Although a traditionalist at heart, he continues to seek new design avenues through collaboration with some of the most famous people in the business. His longboards are well known on the south shores of O'ahu. His Gliders dubbed "Zeppelins" are also well received with great review, being one of the few to make these shapes here. Pinder is not limited or bound to a single type of design or shape, rather his range of offerings are diverse and widely distributed over a dozen styles. Not widely published, Todd's "Guns" are amazing in shape and design. Intuitive and responsive. A board that you can trust when surf becomes waves of consequence. To summarize Pinder's craftsmanship, he is known to give you exactly what you ask for. Be sure to order one of his handmade fins (box or glassed-on) when you order your board. You won't regret it!

I met the owner (really nice) and was able to fully understand the product as he took the time and…read moreeffort to educate me on their products. Having an Oahu bodyboard / boogieboard from the Aloha state of Hawaii how can you NOT get the most tested board around. Ballistic Boards is passionate about their craft and the boards are top notch. Each board can be custom tailored as mine were. There are so many boards out there and it can be overwhelming to find the one that is best for you. From the novice to the expert, Ballistic Boards are a good fit. I researched many sites and B.B. have been around for more than a minute and have a good 15 years of hands on. Do yourself a favor and check them out...

Roi is hands down the best board repair guy on Oahu. I had a brutal accident with my 9' Chronic…read morelongboard -- it flew out of my hands while loading my car and slammed into the pavement. The rail was gashed, the glass cracked, and the board actually buckled. I thought it was done for. Dropped it off with Roi, and four days later I had it back in perfect shape. He charged me $160 and completely brought it back to life -- seamless repair, clean finish, and the polish made it look better than before. Took it out the next morning and it rode flawlessly, like nothing ever happened. This guy is a legend -- fast, fair, skilled, and genuinely good to deal with. I'm lucky he's only a couple blocks away. Best board repair on Oahu, no question.

Roi always provides excellent service. Very trustworthy. Prices are fair and repairs are top notch…read moreand on time. I've done dumb things to my boards but Roi has always come through making the boards look like nothing ever happened. Wade F.